https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-passage-of-migration-pact-shrouded-in-controversy
A ''Historic'' moment for Europe, as the Migration and Asylum Pact was approved by the plenary session of the European Parliament a few hours ago....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-returns-from-lebanon-with-promises-fulfilled
President Nikos Christodoulides' whirlwind journey to Beirut has drawn to a close, yet the true test of its impact lies on the horizon, amidst the waves. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lebanon-to-cyprus-$3000-per-person-for-the-deadly-journey
The security authorities of the Republic were not oblivious to the presence of networks smuggling illegal immigrants westwards through Cyprus, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-reform-proposals-spark-concern-among-small-states
Germany and France are pushing for significant reforms within the European Union, including the abolition of unanimous decision-making and a reduction in the number of Commissioners....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-fbi-in-cyprus
By enlisting the help of the FBI – as announced recently – Cyprus is making an effort to deal with the problem of corruption that has been a blight on the country’s reputation for so many years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/audit-uncovers-mismanagement-in-cyprus-public-health-system
In a damning revelation, Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides unveiled alarming mismanagement within Cyprus' public health sector, particularly in its flagship National Health System (GESY). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/us-sanctions-cyprus-based-entity-for-russian-sanctions-evasion
The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on Monday against thirteen entities and two individuals, including one based in Cyprus, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-commission-flags-trade-risks-for-cyprus-economy
The Cypriot economy is on a sound footing due to solid economic growth and declining inflation, but its high integration with EU and non-EU economies make geopolitical and trade tensions......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vasilikos-fragile-peace-amidst-delays-and-disputes
According to a report by Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou's recent meeting with a top executive of China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co. Ltd., the parent company overseeing the Vasilikos energy projects,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ec-dispatches-team-to-strengthen-gaza-aid-effort
The European Commission has so far sent five officials to Cyprus, in the context of its operational support to the maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza initiative, a spokesperson said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-100m-euros-has-passed-through-cyprus-customs
The Customs Department, along with the MOKAS and the Police, addressed the issue of money laundering controls in the Republic of Cyprus during a session held today by the Parliamentary Institutions Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-continue-and-intensify-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza
In a press briefing on Tuesday, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis announced the continuation and intensification of the "Amalthea" humanitarian aid operation for Gaza. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/joint-statement-by-eu-cyprus-uae-us-and-uk-leads-aid-effort-to-gaza
In a joint statement, the European Commission, Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and the United Kingdom have announced the activation of a maritime corridor to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/one-in-four-students-in-cyprus-have-been-bullyed
In Cyprus, a troubling rise in bullying is highlighted as a quarter of students admit to being victims, both in physical and online contexts, according to a statement by the "Hope for Children" CRC Policy Center....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mps-from-12-countries-halt-arms-to-israel-over-gaza-assault
More than 200 Members of Parliament (MPs) from a dozen countries are urging their governments to halt arms sales to Israel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-awards-€40m-smart-meter-contract-to-cyta-despite-higher-bid
The Board of Directors of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has granted the contract for 400,000 smart electricity meters to Cyta, following pressure from the Energy Regulatory Authority and in compliance with EU Recovery Mechanism obligations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-now-implements-preemptive-checks-on-companies
In a decision announced by Finance Minister Makis Keraunos on Tuesday, the Cabinet approved the establishment of a unified regulatory authority for companies offering administrative services.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-honors-navalny-amidst-food-inflation
The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-prepares-cyprus-for-new-sanctions-unit
The Council of Ministers will shortly approve the new National Sanctions Impelmentation Unit, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said on Sunday, stressing that there can be no discussion when it comes to sanctions violation and the country’s image abroad.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-achieves-significant-debt-reduction-in-2023
The Cyprus government reported that the island nation ended 2023 with a debt of €22.4 billion, constituting around 99% of the Republic of Cyprus' total debt. This marks a notable reduction of €689 million or 3% from the corresponding period in the previous year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctors-abortion-refusal-raises-concerns
A significant controversy emerged during today's session of the Human Rights Committee of the Parliament, shedding light on the refusal of six out of eight anesthesiologists at Makarios Hospital to participate in an abortion procedure, citing religious reasons. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banks-urged-to-accelerate-loan-restructurings
The governor of the Central Bank has shed light on the strategy for restructuring Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) and navigating credit risk management....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-roll-out-10-second-euro-transfers-across-banks
Over the next 18 months, Cyprus is poised to revolutionize money transfers, promising seamless transactions within 10 seconds from bank to bank....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-minister-unveils-€36-5m-ev-subsidy-scheme
Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis unveiled a new €36.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme on Thursday, financed by the EU's Recovery and Resilience Mechanism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-smallest-resident-population-at-pournara
The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mps-question-rik-s-handling-of-political-participation-in-television-panels
The unchecked involvement of politicians, notably candidates during election cycles, in RIK broadcasts became a focal point in the Cyprus Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fallout-from-boeing-737-max-9-door-panel-incident-bolts-missing
A door panel detachment from a Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet mid-flight on January 5 has raised significant safety alarms, with a preliminary report from U.S. investigators shedding light on the concerning incident.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/king-charles-diagnosed-with-cancer
Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, distinct from prostate cancer, which was incidentally discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-approves-€17m-sponsorship-scheme-for-business-energy-upgrades
The Cabinet has approved Mr. George Papastasiou's proposal, the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, regarding the grants initiative aimed at enhancing upgrades and strengthening the competitive edge of major enterprises....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-directs-immediate-compensation-for-potato-producers
Following the recent onslaught of hailstorms and heavy rains wreaking havoc on potato farms in the free Famagusta district, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development......
